Leaking Condensate Drainage Pipe- Advice Please

[Worcester]

Weather proof insulation (type o)

Hi Graham M, from memory if using Armaflex, the type O isn't outdoor rated - the UV will break it down you'll need the HT version (We use it all the time for heat pumps etc, get the HT tape as well Solar external outdoor pipe insulation PipeLagging.com )

 

[JCSPLUMBING]

When I say sleeved I mean the copper pipe should be run through the wall in a sleeve made from plastic overflow pipe. This is a regulation and prevents chemicals in mortar and plaster from reacting with the copper pipe which over time causes pinhole leaks

I think it's more to do with movement and abrasion mate

 

[nnightingale85]

Well the plumber got back, he feels the condensate pipe is perfectly suitable, as he has installed 100's like that. They do have leaks where the glue needs resealing or the glue hasn't set.

He is coming to glue the pipe as needed. However I would feel more confident with one diagonal pipe. What would you recommend I ask for? Just a glue or a new pipe?

Thanks again

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Well the plumber got back, he feels the condensate pipe is perfectly suitable, as he has installed 100's like that. They do have leaks where the glue needs resealing or the glue hasn't set.

He is coming to glue the pipe as needed. However I would feel more confident with one diagonal pipe. What would you recommend I ask for? Just a glue or a new pipe?

Thanks again

New pipe outside as well as it looks a mess

 

[Worcester]

Remember your rights:

1) As a trader, he must perform the service with relevant care and skill, and within a reasonable time frame. Also, information said or written is binding, ‘where the consumer relies on it’.

2) If any of the parts of his service is below standard, you as the consumer are entitled to ask for him to either redo a part of the service or complete the whole service again for free.

3) If the service cannot be performed within a reasonable amount of time, without causing inconvenience, you, the consumer are entitled to ask for a price reduction – in some cases up to 100%.

4) He has only one chance to redo a service to the customer’s satisfaction.

You have all the advice and list of items here, so go through this thread again and make the appropriate notes.

a) Give him the full list that you have from here, including the requirement for the Benchmark report PLUS a copy of the Building Regulations notification that he has to have filed.

b) Advise him that if it is not fixed properly (all the items) first time to YOUR satisfaction within a reasonable time - agree ithe timescale with him, that you will get a third party to fix it and reclaim the costs from him.

- If nescessary to get redress, you can easily contact GasSafe and raise a complaint (too few people do )

 

[nnightingale85]

Thanks Worcester. I will be asking for replacement of the condensate pipes, I am anticipating he won't be happy with this, so if he doesnt I will explain that I will be seeking a refund for the cost of the repairs.

Whilst I'm here, could anyone tell me how I would attach foam insulation to the pipes where it meets the wall? Does it need sealing or anything? I'm such an ammateur lol.

Thanks